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The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 10:30 pm

Iran reports cargo ship sinks after hitting mine in Strait of Hormuz

It was the first time Iran has reported a ship sinking after hitting a mine during the war

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 10:11 pm

UN says wants Lebanon stability as end of peacekeepers mandate looms

Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix met officials as well as representatives of countries contributing to the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL)

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 10:02 pm

Identify those not cooperating with govt work: Parliamentary committee

Public administration panel also calls for inquiry into slow-moving projects

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 9:57 pm

Jagannath University bans animal slaughter on campus

University says the move is aimed at maintaining discipline, preventing disorder and ensuring hygiene

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 9:49 pm

Israeli PM Netanyahu says he is not seeking to attack Iran again before Israel election

It is not convenient for us, its no good, he said in an interview on Israels Army Radio

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:15 pm

Jamalpur man detained for skinning myna, eating raw meat over a Tk 500 bet

Police take action as viral video sparks outrage

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 6:16 pm

20 Bangladeshis trafficked to Russia killed in invasion of Ukraine: SRB

Victims were promised construction jobs but handed over to Russian military, battalion says

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 6:06 pm

U.S.-Russia deal on diesel is 'very risky choice,' says Italy PM Giorgia Meloni

The United States and Russia agreed last week that Moscow would initially supply more than 3,00,000 metric tonnes of diesel to U.S. and global markets

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 5:13 pm

Arson suspected after fire at Grameen Bank branch in Netrokona

Bank official says miscreants may have used petrol

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 5:02 pm

Govt takes control of Turkey's most-watched news channel

Police raided Turkey's most-watched news channel, Halk TV, early today

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 4:57 pm

Italian PM calls Trump deal on Russian diesel 'very risky'

Meloni warns deal could legitimise Moscow and weaken sanctions against Russia

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 4:50 pm

Biman may increase Dhaka-Rome flights after fleet expansion: Aviation minister

Expansion would consider travel demand from Bangladeshis living in Europe, he says

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 4:50 pm

Barcelona 10 out of 10: The next record in sight

With goals flowing and victories piling up, Flick

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 4:48 pm

Houthis say targeted Saudi oil giant Aramco, vow more attacks

Powerful explosions meanwhile rattled the Saudi capital

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 4:38 pm

7 more die with measles-like symptoms in 24 hours

Combined toll from confirmed and suspected measles-related deaths reaches 1,177

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 4:28 pm

2 Sajek groups announce indefinite blockade from Thursday

Organisations say administration failed to remove alleged armed JSS members within 48-hour deadline

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 4:22 pm

'See something, say something': CAAB launches security week

Three-day nationwide programme aims to raise awareness and strengthen airport security ahead of ICAO audit

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 4:17 pm

CUET VC denies resignation claim; says he signed no undertaking under pressure

Protesting students dispute his account

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 4:09 pm

Man held for allegedly stabbing police SI during anti-drug drive in Magura

Two others flee during raid in Shalikha upazila

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 3:59 pm

Tigresses bow out of Australia tour on a low

Bangladesh were bowled out for 172 in 49.5 overs after being asked to bat, with Schutt taking 4-16 from 10 overs, including five maidens. Australia raced to 175 for two in just 22.4 overs, completing the chase with 164 balls to spare and sweeping the series 3-0.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 3:54 pm

Its wrong in every way: Rooney slams Ronaldo over Portugal camp controversy

Speaking on Stick to United, Rooney questioned the timing and manner of Ronaldo

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 3:52 pm

EC imposes vehicle restrictions ahead of Thakurgaon-1 by-poll

Motorcycle movement will be banned for 72 hours, while restrictions on other vehicles will remain in place for 24 hours

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 3:48 pm

Saudi flight disruptions affect 89 Dhaka flights, 14,655 passengers

Direct and transit services remain affected as airlines revise schedules amid security concerns

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 3:29 pm

Govt to take legal action if LPG traders go on strike: Energy minister

Iqbal Hasan Mahmud says traders

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 3:06 pm

Three schoolgirls 'missing' for three days in Bandarban

Families file police complaint as search continues for the students who left home in Lama to collect registration cards

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 2:54 pm

Blasts heard in Saudi capital after Houthis strike building in Aramco HQ area

Most strikes on Saudi Arabia have targeted infrastructure on the outskirts of the capital, but the barrages appear to be getting closer to the city centre.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 2:15 pm

ICT prosecution expects to wrap up evidence in key cases by December

Prosecutor says charges against several detained former ministers and advisers are nearly ready for submission

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 2:07 pm

Former U.S. Marine Credits Trump for His Release After 97 Days in Myanmar Jail

Adam Castillo, a former U.S. Marine, thanks Trump for intervention after his 97-day detention in Myanmar, criticizing the State Departments response. Former U.S. Marine Credits Trump for His Release After 97 Days in Myanmar Jail

Daily Kiran 14 Oct 2026 1:54 pm

1.5 million children in Pakistan face online sexual abuse: Study

Islamabad: About 1.5 million internet-using children in Pakistan experienced at least one form of technology-facilitated sexual exploitation or abuse in a single year, according to a new study. The study published jointly by UNICEF, ECPAT International and Interpol in September challenges the perception that online abuse is mainly perpetrated by strangers, the Dawn newspaper reported. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 14 Oct 2026 1:10 pm

Saudi says Houthi attacks sparked Aramco fire, wounded 4 in Riyadh

A Saudi Energy Ministry official said an administrative building belonging to oil giant Aramco in Dhahran was struck on Tuesday (October 13, 2026) evening, resulting in a limited fire but no casualties or fatalities

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 12:09 pm

Heavy Russian strikes on Ukraine kill six, cut power in Kyiv

The attacks on multiple regions came after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine had received no warning from Western allies before a Russian strike on a Kyiv power plant.

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 12:03 pm

Japanese journalist arrested in Russia's Sakhalin region on spying charges

The arrest comes amid a spike in tensions between Russia and Japan following Putin's August trip to the Kuril Islands, the Moscow-controlled Pacific archipelago that is claimed by both countries

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 11:12 am

Drug-addict son allegedly kills mother, injures father in Kurigram

35-year-old attacked his parents with a knife as they prepared to send him to a rehabilitation centre

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 10:59 am

Waskita Beton Precast Partners with China

Antara News 14 Oct 2026 10:34 am

Who is Nicolo Tresoldi, the hattrick hero wanted by Italy and Germany?

Nicolo Tresoldi made history at San Siro on Tuesday, scoring a hattrick to inspire Club Brugge to a stunning 4-3 Champions League victory over Inter Milan.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 10:12 am

South Asia's youth boom: opportunity or pressure?

IMF says investment in people is key

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 10:06 am

Deeply unfortunate: Sheikh Hasina on Bangladesh skipping India-hosted BRICS summit

Questioning Bangladesh PM Rahmans decision, Ms. Hasina said that a responsible government should open doors for the country, not close them

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 10:05 am

India's 'cockroach' leaders jailed after holding protest

The youth leaders were sent to custody on charges of trespassing at Jantar Mantar, a now denotified protest site.

BBC 14 Oct 2026 9:55 am

Nuix Neo Generative AI Framework

Antara News 14 Oct 2026 9:54 am

I expect more investment: Martinez blasts Man Utd board as Rooney fears dressing-room rift

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez blasted the club's board for a perceived lack of investment this summer, after the team were beaten by Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 9:47 am

Infantino received undisclosed $1.7m World Cup payment: Report

According to the report published on Tuesday, the lack of transparency surrounding the compensation is a potential violation of FIFA statutes.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 9:45 am

IMF chief calls for 'urgent repairs' to address fiscal balances

Now is the time to enhance revenues, to rationalise spending and improve public financial management, she said.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 9:31 am

Top Indian 'cockroach' leaders sent to jail over trespassing: party

Ashutosh Ranka and Saurav Das have been sent to five days judicial custody, CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke said in a social media post. The duo was detained a day before.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 9:28 am

Iran shifting tactics to step up attacks on shipping before US vote, officials say

Tehran has tried to exert control over the Strait of Hormuz since the US and Israel launched strikes against Iran on February 28.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 9:23 am

Trump says Taiwan to buy 30% of gas from Alaska pipeline

Trump said Taiwan would also invest $4.4 billion into the project, and comes as Taipei seeks to secure Washington's favour amid tensions with China

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 9:09 am

India festival boat capsize kills 13 children

The boat was carrying 15 to 20 people when it overturned late yesterday in Vaishali district in Bihar state, District Magistrate Varsha Singh said, according to the Press Trust of India news agency.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 7:48 am

Kioxia Introduces Direct Liquid Cooling Support for Enterprise SSDs

-Kioxia Corporation today announced the addition of direct liquid cooling (DLC) models to its KIOXIA CM9 Series ...

Antara News 14 Oct 2026 4:59 am

Toshiba Launches Small-Package eFuse IC Supporting 1.7V Low-Voltage Operation

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Antara News 14 Oct 2026 4:36 am

Zelenskyy to visit Britain as Burnham pledges fresh support for Ukraine

The meeting comes at a difficult time for the Ukrainian President, days after the U.S. made a deal with Russia for diesel exports and U.S. President Donald Trump said Mr. Zelenskyy should be replaced as Ukraines leader

The Hindu 14 Oct 2026 4:01 am

The records Haaland could break if he scores against PSG tonight

For those who cannot always catch a Manchester City game live, there is usually one question waiting for someone who did:

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 4:00 am

Tresoldi hattrick helps Brugge stun Inter Milan

Club Brugge and their young forward Nicolo Tresoldi shocked Inter Milan 4

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 3:11 am

Bayern held by Viking after Olise sees red in Champions League

Bayern Munich were held 3-3 at Viking in the Champions League on Tuesday with the Norwegian champions equalising late through Herman Haugen after Michael Olise was sent off.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 3:02 am

Atletico down Carrick's struggling Man United

Atletico Madrid eased to a 2-0 win over Manchester United in the Champions League on Tuesday to pile pressure on Red Devils coach Michael Carrick.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 2:58 am

Yamal stays cool at boiling Galatasaray to lift Barca to victory

Barcelona and Lamine Yamal rediscovered their sparkle after a rocky first-half spell in the cauldron of Istanbul's Ali Sami Yen stadium to win 4-1 away to Galatasaray in the Champions League on Tuesday.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 2:51 am

Arsenal cruise past Lille in Champions League

Arsenal blew away Lille with a three-goal blitz in seven second-half minutes for a 3-0 win to extend their perfect start to the Champions League.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 2:45 am

Political interference in Man City case?: Regulator chief vows to quit if that happens

The chair of English football's Independent Regulator has said he will resign if there is political interference in any future investigation into Manchester City as a result of widespread impropriety.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 2:00 am

Man City deserve to keep titles, says PSG's Luis Enrique

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said Manchester City deserve the trophies they won on the pitch and hopes the English side avoid sanction despite being found guilty of breaking the Premier League's financial rules.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 1:30 am

Netflix secures exclusive 2030 World Cup broadcast rights in Spain

Netflix added to its sports portfolio on Tuesday by landing the rights to broadcast the 2030 World Cup to the viewing audience in Spain and Andorra.

The Daily Star 14 Oct 2026 1:29 am